Connie Rae Borboa

Connie R. Borboa, 58, dedicated wife, mother, and nana, from Larimore, ND passed away January 7, 2011 in Altru Hospital surrounded by loved ones. Connie Rae Borboa (Johnson) was born June 28, 1952 in Bottineau, ND the daughter of Vernon and Mildred (Ferley) Johnson. Connie grew up in Overly, ND where she graduated from Willow City High School and attended the University of North Dakota. She is a University of North Dakota Alumnus and Sioux Booster. Connie married Mario Borboa, of Los Angeles, CA, on May 12, 1973 in Overly, ND. They resided in Larimore, ND. She was employed by UND for 38 years where she recently worked as the Record's Officer in the Registrar's Office. She was a valued UND employee and Meritorious Award recipient. Connie enjoyed serving others, reading, walking, and Twins Baseball. She loved spending time with her husband, children, and two grandchildren. She traveled many places including Moab, Utah where she completed a half marathon in October 2009. Connie is survived by her husband, Mario Borboa, Larimore; Children, Kayne (Tricia) Borboa, Grand Forks, Stacey (Darrin) Peterson, Grand Forks, Kasey (Betsy) Borboa, East Grand Forks; Grandchildren, Karter, Levi; Brothers, Wayne (Holly) Johnson, Bottineau, Gary (Diane) Johnson, Fargo; and many nieces and nephews. Connie was preceded in death by her Stepfather, Leonard Johnson, Mother, Mildred (Ferley) Johnson, and Father, Vernon Johnson. FUNERAL SERVICES: 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 14, 2011 at the Bible Baptist Church 6367 Gateway Dr. in Grand Forks. VISITATION: Thursday, January 13, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service at Amundson Funeral Home 2975 S. 42nd St. in Grand Forks. Visitation will continue for the hour prior to the service at the church. INTERMENT: (Spring 2011) Willow Creek Lutheran Cemetery, Rollette County, ND.